1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 564 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Holden |
Model | TX-GT | Belmont |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4140 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |